Casal Thaulero D.P.L.
Abruzzo
Dark purple in he glass.
Anise, smoke, leather and earth on the nose.
A big wine, rich black cherry, drying, tangy, leather, tarry, black licorice, earthy and a not unpleasant bitter bite.
With time, the wine became harsh with a more pronounced bitter bite.
Drying, leathery finish.
Purchased at $7.15 (Canadian).